Sophisticated Ignorance

Don't be caught sleeping. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss what being "woke" looks like in this day and age, the implications and negative of being aware, is "woke"-shaming real and hoteps... because hoteps. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Keep it 200! It's a new year and the podcast has hit 200 episodes! Vixon J. and Rovie review some highlights of 2021, what's on the horizon for them personally, and for the show, and everything in-between. Thanks to all the listeners and supporters of the show; we appreciate you. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Will the kids be alright? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss children and their “innocence,” especially from difficult conversations involving societal issues. They review how education systems has blocked these discussions, when is the right time to have these tough conversations and how young they were when they were exposed to tough truths. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Love is love, right? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the nuance of interracial relationships, especially from a social media lens. They explore code-switching in these relationships, fetishizing of partners and if these type of relationships can withstand societal pressures. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You name it! Vixon J. and Rovie get ready for the holidays by sharing their Thanksgiving plans, how their holidays used to be back in the day, the concept of renting a bae for dinner and how things are looking now, in the midst of Covid-19. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Flags on the play! Vixon J. and Rovie talk about the multiple flags in relationships, from the red flags and why they’re not recognized, green flags and why they’re not embraced, as well as yellow flags and if they can be dealbreakers. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

The brothers are heated! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the latest debate of Black Greek Life represented in media, specifically in a recent episode of Insecure. They determine what is considered as disrespectful to these organizations and what are the ramifications, if any, of these groups being misrepresented. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

It be your own parents. Vixon J. and Rovie break down the traits of a toxic parent, from burdening children with adult problems, emotional gaslighting and anger issues driving a wedge in their relationship with their kids. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

He did that shit! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss R. Kelly and the recent trail which found him guilty of multiple crimes, especially sexual abuse towards women. They discuss why abusers are expected to be redeemed while their victims don’t get the same care, how celebrities support their own bad acts and how we should properly address those affected by these abusers.

Lost and not found. Vixon J. and Rovie explore the disparities of media coverage in missing person cases from a racial standpoint, defining “missing white woman syndrome,” highlighting different missing people of color and statistics about missing persons and why there are unbalanced. Resources https://blackandmissinginc.com/ 
https://ourblackgirls.com/ https://namus.nij.ojp.gov/ http://www.doenetwork.org/ https://charleyproject.org/ Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We did that! Vixon J. and Rovie wrap up their fifth year with their live show! They discuss high value and the pros and cons of its definition. They also have some fun with some shenanigans, a round of Ignorant Debates and some Q.T.N.A. Thanks to everyone who came out, truly appreciate you. Host: @shazthephotog Sponsors: @drunknshots, @coco_chanel, @groc_handsome (IG) Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Who’s groceries are being ate?! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the latest memes and stories from social media, including stiffing out on an expensive bill, gentrifying your own people, and the dangers of being a public figure online, especially as black women. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

There’s a hater in every corner. Vixon J. and Rovie explore jealousy in friendships and relationships, defining what makes someone jealous, traits to look out for and how to manage personal jealous emotions. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Take the shot or not! Vixon J. and Rovie are back and discussing the state of vaccinations and the decision to be vaccinated or not. They determine who is being more safe and how different ad campaigns are pandering to Black Americans to get vaccinated. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We're just getting started. Vixon J., in this mini episode, discusses the new viral variants that have been discovered, specifically the Delta Variant, where it originated from, what symptoms you can experience and how to stay safe. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You don’t have the answers! Vixon J. and Rovie get into another round of questions, including a guy offering his wife to his best friend, someone attempting to reclaim their land and if they’d give their arch-nemesis millions of dollars. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Appropriation much? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss Michael B Jordan’s rum line as they reexamine cultural appropriation, specifically from a Caribbean lens. They bring up a long time offender to island culture, how Black TikTok is boycotting white creators and much more.

Speak Your Truth. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss their relationships with the truth, as they differentiate honesty versus transparency. They discuss how honesty is viewed towards themselves and others, how transparency can be good and bad, as well as how their truths have helped them grow.

Let's put these topics to rest! Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Via Simone (of Bonnets & Durags/Pillow Talk Podcast) to officially retire certain topics that are discussed repeatedly on the timeline, including $200 dates, splitting bills, who's more important between one's kids and their partners, even choosing between having dinner with Jay-Z or $50K.

What the shenanigans? Vixon J. and Rovie break down some of the wild stories across the timeline including a super casual groom, Summer Walker and her baby feeding choices and Monique’s beef with bonnets. They also answer if someone is an asshole for not wanting to help their pregnant relative move.